AGNES GABRYS
WEST BROMWICH
Summary
Highly skilled professional with extensive experience in critical evaluation, inventory management, and project coordination. Demonstrates exceptional organisational skills, self-motivation, and resilience under pressure. Proficient in MS Office Suite and advanced administrative tasks, with a strong focus on process improvement and optimisation. Adept at effective communication, client relationship management, and strategic planning. Committed to maintaining high standards of accuracy in financial data recording and document management.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
9
9
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Volunteer Coordinator
Safe Families
West Bromwich, Sandwell
11.2023 - Current
- Coordinated and delivered volunteer training, preparing volunteers for various roles and responsibilities.
- Developed volunteer policies and procedures, codes of conduct and volunteer standards.
- Supported volunteers by monitoring and reviewing volunteer activities and giving guidance.
- Provided ongoing support for volunteers to ensure their wellbeing and motivation.
- Organised and coordinated charity events to support vulnerable families.
Administrative Assistant, Pastoral Worker
Gateway Christian Centre
West Bromwich, Sandwell
09.2022 - Current
- Reviewed documents for staff to proofread for errors, correct formatting and verify factual information.
- Supported staff with administrative needs.
- Facilitated internal communication.
- Completed duties to deliver on targets with accuracy and efficiency.
- Handled sensitive information discreetly maintaining high level confidentiality at all times.
- Maintained stock levels to avoid shortages in office supplies.
- Resolved conflicts and negotiated mutually beneficial agreements between parties.
- Applied critical thinking to analyse problems, evaluate solutions and select best decisions.
- Nurtured relationships with church members to foster friendly, welcoming environment.
- Counseled individuals and families during times of crisis, offering emotional support.
Teacher
Polish School
Walsall
09.2016 - 07.2017
- Planned, prepared and delivered innovative lessons to students.
- Helped children to reach full potential across multiple primary subjects using blend of modern and traditional teaching techniques.
- Prepared and presented informative reports to parents.
- Planned long-term learning schemes to meet exam targets.
Safeguarding Administrator, Church Volunteer
Elim Life Church
Kingstanding, Birmingham
01.2014 - 11.2019
- Oversaw database to maintain updated records and accuracy.
- Handled all safeguarding administration tasks promptly, ensuring minimal disruption in daily operations.
- Ensured children's safety by implementing robust safeguarding policies.
- Managed sensitive information confidentially, upholding data protection regulations consistently.
- Supported church's activities: events, courses and ministries.
Account Manager
ICS Distribution Ltd.
Smethwick, Sandwell
07.2008 - 01.2014
- Key contact for suppliers (BHS).
- Placed customer orders, providing guidance on product delivery timeframes.
- Coordinated with finance department to manage account finances efficiently.
- Delivered exceptional customer service, addressing customer queries and handling customer complaints.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Monitored and updated stock levels and inventory databases.
- Coordinated and delegated work for warehouse staff.
- Processed customer orders, coordinated related documentation and adjusted account balances.
Commercial Development Administrator (Volunteer)
Ben the automotive industry charity
Birmingham
03.2008 - 06.2008
- Arranged business meetings.
- Liaised with automotive industry companies and helped develop relationships.
- Improved existing office administration system.
- Reviewed progress of files and made recommendations to the manager.
History and Social Science Teacher
Secondary School
Swiecie, Poland
04.2006 - 05.2006
Administrative Assistant
The Polish Embassy
Berlin, Germany
02.2006 - 02.2006
- Apprenticeship in Politacal Department
Education
Certificate in Advanced English -
Brasshouse Language Centre, Sandwell College, City
Birmingham 09.2006 - 08.2008
Master of Arts - International Relations and Politics
Nicolaus Copernicus University
Torun, Poland 09.2001 - 07.2006
Socrates programme of European Union - International Relations and Politics
Free University
Berlin, Germany 09.2005 - 05.2006
Postgraduate Studies - European Union's funding programmes
Jean Monnet Centre for European Studies
Torun, Poland 09.2003 - 08.2005
Skills
- Organisational skills
- Computer literacy
- Critical evaluation
- Emotional intelligence
- Event planning
- Decision making confidence
- Document management
- Project Management
- Inventory control systems
- MS Office Suite
- Data entry proficiency
- Process improvement initiative
- Time-management
- Client Relationship Management
- Data analysis
- Task prioritisation
- Administrative skills
- Positive attitude
- Interpersonal communications
- File maintenance
- Strategic thinking
- DBS and safeguarding
- Analytical thinking
- Creative problem solving
Languages
English
Fluent
Polish
Native
German
Upper intermediate
Russian
Intermediate
Affiliations
- Alternative teaching methods, Montessori, Healthy lifestyle, Nutrition and Dietetics, Sports, Baking, Cooking.
Timeline
Volunteer Coordinator
Safe Families
11.2023 - Current
Administrative Assistant, Pastoral Worker
Gateway Christian Centre
09.2022 - Current
Teacher
Polish School
09.2016 - 07.2017
Safeguarding Administrator, Church Volunteer
Elim Life Church
01.2014 - 11.2019
Account Manager
ICS Distribution Ltd.
07.2008 - 01.2014
Commercial Development Administrator (Volunteer)
Ben the automotive industry charity
03.2008 - 06.2008
Certificate in Advanced English -
Brasshouse Language Centre, Sandwell College, City
09.2006 - 08.2008
History and Social Science Teacher
Secondary School
04.2006 - 05.2006
Administrative Assistant
The Polish Embassy
02.2006 - 02.2006
Socrates programme of European Union - International Relations and Politics
Free University
09.2005 - 05.2006
Postgraduate Studies - European Union's funding programmes
Jean Monnet Centre for European Studies
09.2003 - 08.2005
Master of Arts - International Relations and Politics
Nicolaus Copernicus University
09.2001 - 07.2006